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California Prune Wine

A fermented beverage made exclusively from dried prunes, classified under HTS 2206.00.30.00 as prune wine, which falls within the category of other fermented beverages not elsewhere specified. It typically has an alcoholic strength by volume exceeding 0.5% and is produced through fermentation of prune juice.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2204.10Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If produced from fresh grapes with prune flavoring

Grape-based sparkling wines fall under 2204 if excess pressure exceeds 3 bars at 20°C, regardless of prune addition.

2206.00.15Same rate: 17.5%

If vermouth or other prune-flavored aperitif wine

Vermouth-style wines with prune and aromatics are specifically classified under 2206.00.15, not general prune wine.

2208.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If distilled from prune wine base

Distilled prune spirits or liqueurs exceed wine fermentation scope and enter Chapter 22 undistilled beverages.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify alcoholic strength by volume at 20°C via lab testing to confirm classification as fermented beverage over 0.5% vol

Prepare proof liter documentation using U.S. standards (50% ethyl alcohol at 15.56°C) for accurate duty assessment

Avoid misclassification as fruit juice by providing fermentation process certificates; common pitfall is undervaluation